20 in the United Kingdom simultaneously, an unbeaten record for any song. The song continued to chart in the 21st century. Recognition Awards Oscar nomination: Best Music, Original Song: "Unchained Melody" - Music by Alex North; Lyrics by Hy Zaret References External links 1955 films 1955 crime drama films 1950s prison films American black-and-white films American crime drama films American prison drama films Films based on non-fiction books Films directed by Hall Bartlett Films scored by Alex North Films set in California Warner Bros. films 1955 directorial debut films 1950s English-language films 1950s American films